Trail Running calendar near Seven Springs 2026-2027

A looped trail ultra at River Park North offering a **50k**, 20k, and relay options for teams of 2 to 5, with proceeds donated to Heart for ENC.

Trail ultramarathon at Rolling View Recreation Area near Falls Lake with four distances from 10 Miler to 100 Miler. The route is mostly single track on the Mountains to Sea Trail and includes about 8,000 feet of elevation gain.

The Umstead Trail Marathon will take place in Morrisville on Saturday 7 March 2026. You can run 26 miles.

Event Overview The Panther Prowl 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run is a trail event taking place on the campus of Northside High School in Pinetown, North Carolina. All proceeds benefit the Northside High School Track and Cross Country programs, fund..

Explore Carver's Creek State Park on a unique 16-mile loop trail. The Run Stubborn features a 25k and a demanding 50k (two loops) with a 9-hour cutoff. This cupless race includes scenic lakes and technical terrain.

Trail runs and a hike at Cliffs of the Neuse State Park in Seven Springs, NC on March 21, 2026, featuring multiple distances from 4 mile to 50K, marked and timed trails with aid stations and finish food.

A 5K trail run in Jacksonville, North Carolina on March 21, 2026, held on wooded trails across the "400-acres." In person and virtual entries are offered and proceeds benefit SE Outdoors and the Jacksonville Onslow Sports Commission.

Trail races at Lake Crabtree in Morrisville feature forested single track with hairpin turns, berms, and short technical sections. Distances include a 10K plus and a Half Marathon with chip timing, aid stations, awards, and post race food.

A coastal 5K trail run at Fort Macon State Park on April 11, 2026, featuring cross country surfaces, footbridge crossings and views of Beaufort Inlet, Bogue Sound and the Atlantic Ocean. Proceeds support the Outer Banks Wildlife Shelter.

Run on the sand at North Topsail Beach in this event honoring Marine veteran Dr. E.B. Sledge. Choose from a half marathon, 10k, or 5k, with all courses entirely on the beach. A portion of proceeds supports service members and their families..

A trail race in Durham on April 12, 2026 featuring 12 mile and 50 km distances on single track along the Eno River. Aid stations are provided and the event follows a cupless policy with awards for finishers and top overall and masters.

A timed 5k trail run and family walk in Greenville, NC, supporting local mothers through the Carolina Pregnancy Center. Early registrants get a shirt, swag bag, and a gift token. All timed runners receive a medal, with extra prizes for the..

The Blue Heaven Trail Fest offers a weekend of trail running on a scenic 4-mile loop in Chapel Hill. Choose from relay, half marathon, or shorter 4-mile runs, with overnight camping available. The event supports a local animal sanctuary and..

The Agape 100K and 50K in Fuquay Varina NC were scheduled as looped trail races at Camp Agape but have been cancelled. The course used roughly 6 mile loops with two aid stations and significant elevation gain.

A memorial weekend run in Cary with in-person and virtual 2, 4, and 6 mile options, a new course at the Northwest Cary YMCA, medals for finishers, and awards that support the local Veterans of Foreign Wars.

Two trail distances at Harris Lake County Park on July 18, 2026 combine wide dirt road, open meadows and forested single track with lake views. Limited field, frequent aid stations, chip timing and a free kids Race for Treasure.

A cross country meet in New Bern, NC on August 17, 2026, featuring separate Girls and Boys 5K races at The Epiphany School with timing and results provided by Run The East, LLC.

A 20K run made of four 5K loops in Hampstead on August 22, 2026 where runners may drink a 12 ounce beer or chocolate milk before each lap for a 2 minute deduction. The day also includes a Beer Mile, Donut Mile and team relay options.

The 2026 Sugg Farm Ultra in Holly Springs, NC was cancelled. The event used a 5 mile out and back trail loop with 20, 40 and 50 mile options, two aid stations, a cupless policy and allowance for one pacer on the final lap.

This Durham event supports organ donation awareness with a 5k and 1-mile run on the American Tobacco Trail. Participants can also choose a "Sleep In Superhero" registration option. The event finishes with refreshments and awards at Herndon..